The old and the new

From ODOT-

I really like this picture showing the new southbound bridge on the right, alongside the old detour structure that we are replacing.

The graceful arches of new southbound Interstate 5 Willamette River Bridge right, stand in contrast to the long row of piers for the temporary detour bridge built in 2004.

The stark difference between a basic temporary bridge to one that has beautiful architectural details, graceful arches and far fewer piers in the water, is striking.



This month, we will begin replacing the temporary detour bridge with a new northbound span. It will be a twin of the southbound bridge.